Amanda Beale's Actions and Reactions

Amanda Beal, a schoolgirl, meets Maniac Magee, who is intrigued by her suitcase full of books. They engage in a conversation where Amanda explains her need to carry her library to school due to her siblings' and dog's destructive habits. Despite initial reluctance, Amanda lends a book to Maniac, marking the beginning of their friendship.

Who was the first person to stop and talk with Maniac Magee?

• Amanda's brother

• Bow Wow

• Jeffrey Magee

• Amanda Beale

What made Amanda Beale different from other kids?

• She was running away

• She was late for school

• She was from Bridgeport

• She was carrying a suitcase

What was the first thing Maniac noticed about Amanda?

• Her smile

• Her hair

• Her suitcase

• Her shoes

Why did Maniac Magee stop Amanda?

• He wanted to borrow a book

• He thought she was running away

• He wanted to make a friend

• He needed directions

What did Amanda do when she laughed too hard?

• She stopped laughing

• She fell

• She sat on her suitcase

• She ran away

What was inside Amanda's suitcase?

• Books

• Food

• Toys

• Clothes

What was Amanda's reaction when Maniac offered to carry her suitcase?

• She laughed

• She thanked him

• She ignored him

• She hesitated and then took it back

What was the single volume from the encyclopedia in Amanda's suitcase?

• The letter C

• The letter D

• The letter B

• The letter A

What did Amanda do when she saw the street was almost deserted?

• She walked slowly

• She ran faster

• She stopped

• She turned back

Why did Amanda carry her books to school every day?

• She had no bookshelf at home

• She liked to read during breaks

• Her siblings and dog would ruin them

• She wanted to show off